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Infographics on Finnish climate policy in three languages

Now you can learn about Finnish climate policy through infographics at Climateguide.fi. Infographics are available in finnish, swedish and english. Topics included are principles of climate policy, mitigation of climate change in different sectors and impacts of climate change and efforts to adapt to them.

Methane bioreactor developed in the Natural Resources Institute Finland boosts environmentally friendly energy to the markets. The reactor stores energy and produces synthetic biomethane with good efficiency. It is best suited to decentralized energy production systems and small-scale plants.

Fully renewable energy system is economically viable in Finland in 2050

New research suggests that a fully renewable energy system is not only a possible but a viable solution for Finland. Researchers from LUT have investigated renewable energy system options for Finland in 2050.

Global warming causes significant changes on the Baltic Sea region

Recently published report reveals that climate change has already altered the Baltic Sea region. In future the global warming will increasingly affect ice cover, flooding and the habitat of the region. The worst threat though is the possibly accelerating eutrophication.

Finland calls for phase-out of fossil fuel subsidies

In the lead-up to a major climate conference in Paris a coalition of governments is calling for the phase-out of subsidies to fossil fuels. The Communique seeks to underline the substantial climate benefits of the reform, as well as other economic, social and environmental advantages.